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Stephen and Matilda: The Civil War of 1139-53
Stephen and Matilda The Civil War of 1139-53 Author:Jim Bradbury Jim Bradbury's superb narrative of some of the most wretched and devastating years in English history explores the rivalry for the English throne; the war for Matilda's succession beginning in 1139, and a war for Henry of Anjou (later Henry II), concluded with the treaty of Winchester in 1153. Features diaries and chronicle sources which show t... more »he horrors of 12th century warfare and the colorful characters involved--the likeable king, the domineering Matilda, the young and vital future Henry II.« less